2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Yaris | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
